Mazzucchelli, David - Daredevil #208 p.06

This thrilling original page from Daredevil #208 (1984) features the unmistakable storytelling of David Mazzucchelli, one of the most sought-after Daredevil artists in comic art collecting. While pages where Mazzucchelli inked his own pencils are rare and command premium prices, this piece, expertly inked by Danny Bulanadi, remains a highly desirable and more affordable alternative for collectors who want a piece of the magic, though collectors should always expect pages from The Deadliest Night of My Life to command a solid premium over pages from any of the other non-Mazzucchelli-inked issues.

From the fan-favorite two-part story, The Deadliest Night of My Life, penned by legendary science fiction writer Harlan Ellison with Arthur Byron Cover, this page perfectly captures the tension and danger that made this issue so memorable. Daredevil, trapped inside a deadly booby-trapped house, must rely on his instincts and agility to escape an onslaught of near-death scenarios. On this page, the action unfolds across every panel, as Daredevil struggles to escape a quicksand trap, only to realize he's now falling straight into another lethal hazard—a chamber lined with razor-sharp spikes!

Mazzucchelli’s cinematic storytelling shines through, with dramatic perspectives, meticulous linework, especially in that gorgeous first panel, and an intense sense of movement that pulls the reader into the action. Though the original word balloons are long lost, leaving behind some glue stains, they do nothing to diminish the impact of the art itself, which remains incredibly striking.

For collectors looking for a prime example of Mazzucchelli’s Daredevil storytelling, without the sky-high price tag of his self-inked pages, this piece is a must-have. A gripping, action-packed scene from one of the most unforgettable non-Miller Daredevil stories ever published!